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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Record
Car owners urged to watch out for latest technique thieves are using
The alert arises as, in the last year, between 60% and 70% of stolen vehicles were keyless models Drivers are receiving an important alert to remain watchful. It has come to light that between 60% and 70% of the cars stolen in the past year were keyless models. This news coincides with an astonishing +5000% rise in online inquiries about 'how to prevent keyless car theft' in the last three months. According to the recently passed law, criminals found with devices like signal jammers may be sentenced to as much as five years in prison. The Crime and Policing Bill has rendered it unlawful to own, sell, or distribute electronic devices intended for theft, but cases of keyless car theft are still on the rise. Mike Thompson, the COO of Leasing Options, is urging drivers to understand how keyless car entry functions and the ways they can protect their vehicles. Along with providing tips on general vehicle security, he has pointed out three strategies to ensure cars remain safe. Explaining how thieves target keyless cars, he said: "When criminals are trying to steal a keyless car, they use sophisticated technology, which involves manipulating short-range radio waves, to transmit a signal from your key to the technology in your car. This can be done in a matter of seconds and means criminals can open your car door as normal, allowing them to enter and start the vehicle as normal." He also pointed out that there can be challenges for these criminals: "It is worth noting that sometimes this can fail, if there is no signal or if it is blocked for whatever reason, criminals can find a hard time entering. Depending on the car make and model, the car might also require a physical key to be inserted into the ignition to start it." Drivers have been given expert advice by Mike on how to avoid becoming victims of keyless car theft, with several practical steps to enhance security, reports Yorkshire Live. 1. Store your fob safely Mike advises: "When you are at home, try to store your key away from doors or windows. If you usually store your key in a bowl or on a hook near the front door, consider moving this upstairs to your bedroom. One of the best ways to store a keyless fob is in a Faraday pouch, a specialised bag designed to block electronic signals. These can typically be found online for less than £10 and come in a variety of sizes and styles." 2. Turn off wireless signals He also suggests: "If you rarely use your keyless features, some keys allow you to turn off the wireless technology. Before you do this, however, it might be worth practising without it for a few days to see if it is something you can truly live without. The keyless feature can also be difficult to reactivate in the future." 3. Consider additional safety features To keep your car safe from theft, it's important to take proactive steps such as consistently locking your vehicle, securing your keys, and utilising physical deterrents. You might want to think about installing a steering wheel lock, GPS tracker, or car alarm for added protection. Additionally, parking in well-lit spaces and ensuring that valuables are not left in plain sight can also be beneficial. Mike recommends traditional car safety measures. "Investing in a steering wheel lock is a common method for preventing car theft. They act as a physical deterrent to discourage car theft by making it more difficult to drive the car away. Since it is a visible feature, it is more likely to deter opportunistic thieves. Steering wheel locks also come in a variety of shapes to fit different types of cars." He further explained: "Devices like AirTags can help you track your vehicle should the worst happen and your car is stolen. A good place to hide them is in the lining of the back seats, as criminals are unlikely to check for any types of goods. "Residential parking posts are an ideal solution to ensuring nobody can get your vehicle off the driveway. They offer several benefits, including enhanced security by deterring theft and ram-raiding. They can also prevent unauthorised parking and potentially lower insurance premiums." Mike concluded: "As vehicle technology has continued to evolve, keyless theft is now one of the biggest risks to car owners. Despite this, there are practical steps drivers can take to reduce their risk. While the idea of keyless car theft might be scary, very few people in the country have had their cars stolen, and the police are taking more precautions to prevent it."
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Drivers urged to watch out for latest 'relay hack' thieves are using
The warning comes as over the past 12 months, between 60 per cent and 70 per cent of cars stolen were keyless models Drivers are being given an urgent warning to stay vigilant. It has been revealed that between 60 per cent and 70 per cent of vehicles nicked over the past year were keyless models. This comes amid a staggering +5000% increase in online searches for 'how to stop keyless car theft' in just the last three months. Under newly enacted legislation, crooks caught with devices such as signal jammers could face up to five years in jail. The Crime and Policing Bill has made it illegal to possess, sell, or distribute electronic gadgets designed for theft, yet incidents of keyless vehicle theft continue to rise. Mike Thompson, COO at Leasing Options, is pressing drivers to comprehend the workings of keyless car entry and how they can safeguard their vehicles. In addition to furnishing advice on overall vehicle security, he has highlighted three methods to keep cars secure. In detailing how thieves target keyless cars, he explained: "When criminals are trying to steal a keyless car, they use sophisticated technology, which involves manipulating short-range radio waves, to transmit a signal from your key to the technology in your car. This can be done in a matter of seconds and means criminals can open your car door as normal, allowing them to enter and start the vehicle as normal." He also pointed out that there can be challenges for these criminals: "It is worth noting that sometimes this can fail, if there is no signal or if it is blocked for whatever reason, criminals can find a hard time entering. Depending on the car make and model, the car might also require a physical key to be inserted into the ignition to start it." Drivers have been given expert advice by Mike on how to avoid becoming victims of keyless car theft, with several practical steps to enhance security, reports Yorkshire Live. 1. Store your fob safely Mike advises: "When you are at home, try to store your key away from doors or windows. If you usually store your key in a bowl or on a hook near the front door, consider moving this upstairs to your bedroom. One of the best ways to store a keyless fob is in a Faraday pouch, a specialised bag designed to block electronic signals. These can typically be found online for less than £10 and come in a variety of sizes and styles." 2. Turn off wireless signals He also suggests: "If you rarely use your keyless features, some keys allow you to turn off the wireless technology. Before you do this, however, it might be worth practising without it for a few days to see if it is something you can truly live without. The keyless feature can also be difficult to reactivate in the future." 3. Consider additional safety features To keep your car safe from theft, it's important to take proactive steps such as consistently locking your vehicle, securing your keys, and utilising physical deterrents. You might want to think about installing a steering wheel lock, GPS tracker, or car alarm for added protection. Additionally, parking in well-lit spaces and ensuring that valuables are not left in plain sight can also be beneficial. Mike recommends traditional car safety measures. "Investing in a steering wheel lock is a common method for preventing car theft. They act as a physical deterrent to discourage car theft by making it more difficult to drive the car away. Since it is a visible feature, it is more likely to deter opportunistic thieves. Steering wheel locks also come in a variety of shapes to fit different types of cars." He further explained: "Devices like AirTags can help you track your vehicle should the worst happen and your car is stolen. A good place to hide them is in the lining of the back seats, as criminals are unlikely to check for any types of goods. "Residential parking posts are an ideal solution to ensuring nobody can get your vehicle off the driveway. They offer several benefits, including enhanced security by deterring theft and ram-raiding. They can also prevent unauthorised parking and potentially lower insurance premiums." Mike concluded: "As vehicle technology has continued to evolve, keyless theft is now one of the biggest risks to car owners. Despite this, there are practical steps drivers can take to reduce their risk. While the idea of keyless car theft might be scary, very few people in the country have had their cars stolen, and the police are taking more precautions to prevent it."
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Full list of jobs that make you eligible for free event tickets
Members get the chance to receive exclusive free tickets to a variety of events People in the UK with one of these 31 occupations can snap up free tickets to an array of events, covering music gigs, comedy acts, sports matches, family outings, and more. Workers in the healthcare industry can enjoy discounts with a Blue Light Card. It's designed to offer money off to those in the emergency services, NHS, armed forces, and social care sector. Holding a membership grants access to 15,000 discounts from big-name brands to local shops, including holidays, cars, leisure activities, fashion, presents, insurance, mobiles and more. For just £4.99, Blue Light members can use their Blue Light Card for two years. Signing up for one can be done online via the official Blue Light Card website, or by downloading the app. In the past year alone, £7 million worth of tickets have been dished out at no charge, reports Yorkshire Live. One Facebook user in the popular Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group shared the latest tickets they managed to get for free, posting: "If no one knows, but Blue Light are now offering free tickets on a first-come, first-served basis. One example is John Legend on Thursday, and all you have to pay is the £2.50 fee." Tickets come in two varieties: those distributed on a first-come, first-served basis and others available through event ballots. A statement on the Blue Light Card website reads: "Think unforgettable experiences but without the price tag." It adds: "Our event ballots give Blue Light Card holders the chance to win tickets to amazing events, often with a VIP twist. Previous ballots have included tickets to see Coldplay and days out to Shrek's Adventure in London." In a recent Instagram post, Blue Light Card said: "Did you know that, as a Blue Light Card member, you can unlock access to unforgettable experiences like sport, music, comedy and family events?" The guidelines for the first-come, first-served tickets are detailed on the Blue Light Card website, saying: "If members book more tickets than allowed, the whole booking may be cancelled as they're taking the experience away from other members. The Blue Light Card member must be in attendance at the event. Tickets cannot be passed onto family/friends or sold on." For those interested in the event ballots, the website advises: "Please only enter the ballot if you have a genuine interest in attending. Before attending the event, please check you're available on the date of the event and are able to get to the venue." 31 eligible services for a Blue Light Card: NHS Police Fire Service Ambulance Service Teachers HM Armed Forces/Reserved Armed Forces Pharmacy Optometry Dental Practice MOD Police MOD Fire Service MOD Civil Servant Home Office HM Prison and Probation Service Highways Traffic Officers Search and Rescue Red Cross RNLI Independent Lifeboats HM Coastguard Environment Agency Animal and Plant Health Agency Blood Bikes Social Care - Homelessness Social Care - Care Company (Workforce) Social Worker Social Care - Care Home Social Care - Residential Care Social Care - Council (Working in Care Sector) Social Care - Foster Carers Social Care - Personal Assistant 5 eligible retired categories: HM Armed Forces Veteran Retired Fire Service Retired Frontline Ambulance Staff Retired NHS Retired Police How is eligibility confirmed? There are two methods for verifying eligibility: Instant email verification: If you have a recognised work email (such as NHS or emergency services domains), you can verify instantly when you sign up. Document upload: If email verification is not possible, you can upload proof of employment, such as a work ID badge, recent payslip, or official letter showing your name, employer, and role. Our team will review your documents, typically within 7 days. Article continues below Should you have further questions, the Blue Light Card's Help Centre contains a comprehensive FAQ section. For quick answers, most inquiries can be resolved by perusing its Resource Centre, where information is readily searchable. Should there still be questions after consulting that resource, one is welcome to Submit a Request to communicate with the company directly.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Tragic tot's death after rare epilepsy syndrome diagnosis remembered by family a decade on
"I could not believe she would not wake up - we still tried to look for a positive. You do not believe the worst will happen until it does." A Scots mum has relived the devastating moment she was told by medics there was nothing more they could do for her tot daughter. Cheryl and Thomas Murphy's eldest daughter Edie was just two years and eight months old when she died from a rare epilepsy syndrome, just months her first seizure. The Kirkcaldy couple, who now live in Pudsey, struggled for 16 months to have a baby before discovering Cheryl had polycystic ovary syndrome, and little Edie was conceived via assisted conception. But tragedy hit the trio and on October 9, 2015, the family's lives changed forever. They had finished preparing for a move from Fife to Leeds the following week when Edie was rushed to hospital never to come home. As the now the 40-year-old prepares to mark the ten year anniversary of Edie's death with a charity run, mum-of-three Cheryl told Yorkshire Live:"Everything was fine. We had a great day out and returned to the house. "Edie was put to bed and was making us laugh as she requested ice cream for breakfast since we were moving and everything was packed away. "I left the room and was watching her on the baby monitor. She was using her dummy as a stick to rattle against the crib sides when it stopped. "Thomas went up to check on her and he suddenly called me up. It was then when I knew something was wrong." Cheryl called up to ask if Edie was having another seizure - but this time, it didn't stop. "We called the ambulance and crews came immediately. "When we arrived at the hospital, Edie was taken into a room where a team of doctors were waiting. I wasn't allowed in, so we sat there. "After a while, we were took into a room and told that they had stopped the seizure but to do so, they had to put her on life support." The next day, Edie was transferred to Edinburgh's Royal Hospital for Children and Young People. Cheryl explained: "The doctors told us that Edie was like a puzzle; as they were trying to stop more seizures, something else in her body was going wrong. I said that's just Edie, she never makes life easy. "I could not believe she would not wake up - we still tried to look for a positive. You do not believe the worst will happen until it does." On October 12, 2015 Edie had an MRI scan followed by a surgical procedure for a probe which doctors hoped would help to target and destroy brain tissue responsible for seizures. Cheryl was alone with Edie as Thomas had gone with the removal men to move into the new house when doctors gave her the harrowing news that would change their lives forever. She said: "I began calling the room we kept entering 'the room of doom' as it was only bad news given in there. They gave me a lot information about the MRI but it didn't really go in. "It was only when I asked 'she will be ok. won't she', but to that they said 'no'. They were brutally honest and told me that they were worried that they could not get her stable and it was best if Tom came back to the hospital." Two days later doctors diagnosed Edie with hemiconvulsion-hemiplegia-epilepsy (HHE) syndrome - a rare epilepsy syndrome in children aged under four which can develop after seizures during a febrile illness. Cheryl said: "On Thursday Edie had another MRI scan and we were then told that her condition had worsened and there was nothing that they could do. "We had our family visit the hospital as we prepared to say goodbye." The family stayed with friends and family as they remained in Scotland to say their final goodbyes to Edie. Cheryl said: "We were also grateful to the hospital for everything they did and the charity who helped us to stay near Edie. A decade on, the family still celebrate little Edie's birthday. "If you ask the girls about Edie, they would talk for hours about her despite Annie being too young to remember her and Eilidh not meeting her at all," said Cheryl. "We felt this was really important and we like to celebrate her birthday as it was a good thing. Every year the girls pick what to do for it. "We also do something and spend time as a family like a walk on the anniversary of her death. The girls also like taking part in marathons in honour of Edie. "There were other things that also kept Edie's memory alive such as friends nominating her name to be on a TUI plane which a part of a competition launched after she had died. "It was amazing that her name was chosen. To this day we still get messages from those who have been on it." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Now, Cheryl is preparing to take part in Epilepsy Action's Bradford 10k on Sunday June 1 in memory of her little girl. "We normally run and raise money for the hospital that helped Edie, however, this year, since it is the 10th anniversary of her passing - we wanted to do something for Epilepsy Action. "There a group of us called 'Edie's Flyers' doing Bradford 10k this year - some people in the group have never done a marathon before so it is nice to make a new memory for us all. "I would like to thank everyone who has helped us raise money over the years and continue to do." You can sponsor Edie's Flyers here. Louise McCormick, Bradford 10K Race Director, said: ' Stories like Edie's are such a big part of what makes Epilepsy Action's Bradford 10K so memorable. So many people are running for someone; friends, family members, someone they've lost, or for themselves – it's a reminder of how epilepsy really affects everyone involved. 'Money raised by the event will go directly to Epilepsy Action, helping to support people with epilepsy across the UK. The funds ensure vital resources are available including our talk & support groups, award-winning helpline, and one-to-one befriending service. 'Whether running for a PB, or it's your first 10K, everyone is welcome to run.'
Daily Record
23-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Record
Dunelm drops price of 'stylish' ice bucket table that 'looks awesome' on patio
'Its sturdy, attractive and does a great job cooling drinks when we are in the garden with friends.' As we get ready for the summer months ahead, many of us are hoping to make the most of sitting out in the garden. Whether it's to relax and read a book or to have a party with your friends and family, it is likely most Scots will be taking any opportunity they can to be outdoors if the weather permits it. For those who are dreaming up their perfect garden party, it is important to have a place outside to keep drinks cool. Nobody wants to keep traipsing into the kitchen once your drink is done. Thankfully, Dunelm has a stylish solution. Normally retailing for £99, the Keter Cool Bar Ice Bucket Table with Lights is now selling for £79.20, just in time for the bank holiday weekend. This versatile table is a must-have for the summer months as it can double up as a bar. Described as the "perfect accessory for your garden or patio", this versatile piece is designed to be both a table and a drinks cooler. Made from a strong moulded resin and topped with a textured wood look finished, the base of the table is actually an integrated ice bucket that will keep your favourite drinks cool in the heat, reports Yorkshire Live. The base of the table offers plenty of space for your bottles and cans as it has a diameter of 49.5cm and a height of 57cm. To add an extra bit of fun and ambience to your party, the table also features built-in lights to illuminate the interior. While the table arrives flat packed, Dunelm says that it is easy to assemble and can be set up in minutes, making it the perfect addition for last minute events. The cooler is also built to withstand the weather and can easily be cleaned with some soapy water and a damp cloth. For those who are wanting to continue the Rattan design in their garden, Amazon is also selling the Keter Pacific Rattan Style Cooler Table for £79.95. With a spacious 30L ice bucket with double insulation, the rattan effect is said to be easy to clean and the table also comes with a drainage plug. Alternatively, for shoppers who are looking for something a bit cheaper, Debenhams have slashed the price of the Costway 15L Cool Bar Table. Normally retailing for £199.95, bargain hunters can now snatch it up for only £49.95. Weighing only 3kg - without being filled - and equipped with a handle, this versatile table can easily be carried anywhere. In terms of the Keter Cool Ice Bucket, many shoppers over on Amazon have left raved reviews about the garden table. With a 4.6 star rating, shoppers were impressed by how sturdy the table was, with many already using it while they hosted gatherings with their loved ones. One happy shopper said: "Excellent ice bucket for keeping the drinks cool. And the lights are a brilliant idea. All in all a wonderful present to my daughters." Another reviewer also praised: "I love this table, it's very stylish and it does the work full of beers, it looks awesome in my terrace, I love it. I bought the white one because I needed all white, and I thought the light would be a bit silly, but it's actually a nice touch. Very happy with it." However, some shoppers reported a few issues, as one shopper wrote: "Looks great and does the job BUT - three legs fit really well but the fourth is loose and keeps falling off which is very disappointing. "Considering the cost of this item, I would expect ALL legs to fit securely and stay put. Nervous about placing glasses/bottles on the table due to it being liable to tip over when you take contents out!" Another customer added: "Great for BBQ or parties for all ages. Lost a star as when table top raised it is a little wobbly but I don't use as a table so does not concern me." Despite these reviews, the majority of shoppers were pleased with their 2-in-1 table: "Actually better than expected. The light effect is excellent and the whole unit is far more sturdy than I thought it would be. A good addition to the garden." A fourth five-star reviewer also wrote: "Its sturdy, attractive and does a great job cooling drinks when we are in the garden with friends. It's also a table. Perfect." For shoppers wanting to buy the Keter Cool Bar Ice Bucket Table with Lights, click HERE. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! 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